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1-on-1 Tuition Fee (2026)

The cost of private tutoring can vary significantly. If you're looking into what the most suitable private tutoring fee is, based on past data, our professional experience, and the recent market conditions, students can refer to the following fee schedule for private and in-home tutoring:

Factors affecting Private Tuition Fees

1Tutor's Qualifications

2Student's Level

3Tutoring Location

4Tutoring Subjects

2026 Private Tutoring Trends: Tutoring Platform Releases 2026 Home Tutoring Fees — SEN Private Tutoring Demand Surges Nearly 60%; Experts Reveal Parents' Two Core Pain Points

From "Primary school math harder than DSE" to "Parents collectively crashing" trending online, student pressure has become a citywide focus. To cope with overwhelming workloads and exam pressure, many families are turning to home tutoring, hoping professional tutors can help children build foundations, improve grades, and reach targets.

Market observations show that home tutoring fees vary widely — for secondary school math alone, hourly rates range from $150 to $800. Tutor qualifications range from elite-school graduates to former examiners and star tutors, and price does not always equal quality. To help parents better evaluate tutors and fee levels, leading private tutoring platform Tutor Circle has released its latest 2026 home tutoring fee analysis report, detailing key price factors and summarizing three common pitfalls with tips to avoid them, helping parents choose the best value tutors.

English Language Tutoring

Student Level	Uni / Diploma/Asso. Degree L3 - L4 / No Specific Requirements	Uni / Diploma/Asso. Degree L5	Uni / Diploma/Asso. Degree L5* - 5**	Full-time Tutor	Current Teachers
Kindergarten	$130 - 150+	$150 - 220+	$200 - 320+	$260+	$400+
P1	$130 - 150+	$150 - 220+	$200 - 320+	$260+	$400+
P2	$140 - 200+	$160 - 230+	$210 - 330+	$260+	$400+
P3	$140 - 200+	$160 - 230+	$210 - 330+	$260+	$400+
P4	$150 - 210+	$170 - 240+	$220 - 340+	$300+	$450+
P5	$150 - 210+	$170 - 240+	$220 - 340+	$300+	$450+
P6	$160 - 220+	$180 - 250+	$230 - 350+	$300+	$450+
F1	$170 - 230+	$190 - 260+	$240 - 360+	$350+	$500+
F2	$170 - 230+	$190 - 260+	$240 - 360+	$350+	$500+
F3	$180 - 240+	$200 - 270+	$250 - 370+	$400+	$550+
F4	$180 - 240+	$200 - 270+	$250 - 370+	$400+	$550+
F5	$190 - 250+	$210 - 280+	$260 - 380+	$400+	$550+
F6	$190 - 250+	$210 - 280+	$260 - 380+	$400+	$550+
Diploma/Asso. Degree or Above	/	$220 - 290+	$270 - 390+	$450+	$650+

Other subjects (non-English Language Subject) Tutoring

Student Level	Uni / Diploma/Asso. Degree L3 - L4 / No Specific Requirements	Uni / Diploma/Asso. Degree L5	Uni / Diploma/Asso. Degree L5* - 5**	Full-time Tutor	Current Teachers
Kindergarten	$100 - 140+	$120 - 170+	$170 - 270+	$250+	$360+
P1	$100 - 140+	$120 - 170+	$170 - 270+	$250+	$360+
P2	$110 - 150+	$130 - 180+	$180 - 280+	$250+	$360+
P3	$110 - 150+	$130 - 180+	$180 - 280+	$250+	$360+
P4	$120 - 160+	$140 - 190+	$190 - 290+	$250+	$400+
P5	$120 - 160+	$140 - 190+	$190 - 290+	$250+	$400+
P6	$130 - 170+	$150 - 200+	$200 - 300+	$250+	$400+
F1	$140 - 180+	$160 - 210+	$210 - 310+	$300+	$450+
F2	$140 - 180+	$160 - 210+	$210 - 310+	$300+	$450+
F3	$150 - 190+	$170 - 220+	$220 - 320+	$300+	$450+
F4	$150 - 190+	$170 - 220+	$220 - 320+	$350+	$500+
F5	$160 - 200+	$180 - 230+	$230 - 330+	$350+	$500+
F6	$160 - 200+	$180 - 230+	$230 - 330+	$350+	$500+
Diploma/Asso. Degree or Above	/	$190 - 240+	$240 - 340+	$400+	$600+

Do specialized subjects and different fields of private tutoring cost significantly more?

Besides general tutoring in subjects like Chinese, English, and Mathematics, there are currently various specialized private tutoring services available on the market, such as music instruments, French, Japanese, IB and tutoring for Diploma/Associate Degree students, many of which offer in-home services. However, due to the limited availability of high-quality tutors in these specialized fields, the cost of private tutoring tends to increase with the student's education level. For instance, tutoring fees for Secondary Six students are naturally higher than those for Secondary One students, just as learners at Grade 8 music level inevitably pay more than beginners. Therefore, tutoring fees rise in accordance with the specialization and complexity of the subject matter.

Group Tutoring

Teaching Grade	Tutors with University Degree
Primary School	Per Hour Per Student $110 - 210+
Junior High School	Per Hour Per Student $130 - 230+
Senior High School	Per Hour Per Student $160 - 260+
Diploma/Asso. Degree or Above	Per Hour Per Student $200 - 300+

International Public Exams

Level	1-on-1	Group Tutor Classes
Elementary (Grade 1 - 5/ Year 1 - 6)	$250 - 400+	$230 - 290+
Intermediate (Grade 6 - 9/ Year 7 - 10)	$350 - 500+	$280 - 350+
Advanced (Grade 10 - 12/ Year 11 - 13)	$350 - 600+	$280 - 350+
Proficient	$500 - 1000+	$350 - 500+

Tutoring for Languages

Level	Mandarin / Adult English	Foreign Languages
Elementary	$200 - 300+	$250 - 350+
Intermediate	$250 - 350+	$300 - 400+
Advanced	$300 - 400+	$450+

Instruments / Music Theory

Teaching Grade	1-on-1
Elementary	$200 - 250
Intermediate	$230 - 300
Advanced	$320 - 400
Instrumentalist Level	$380 - 480

Tuition Fees Average for Last 14 Days of Successful Match

The above in-home tutoring fees are for reference only. Parents and tutors are not strictly required to adhere to these rates.
If there are other courses not mentioned above, parents and students can directly contact Tutor Circle to inquire private tutoring fees.
Should the private tutoring location be remote with limited transportation access, or if parents have additional requirements regarding the tutor's experience and qualifications, it is advisable to make reasonable adjustments to the tuition fees to attract suitable tutors.

Tutoring Should Start with Understanding the Child’s Personality

Tutor Circle founder Andy emphasizes that because one-on-one tutoring is highly personalized, it's crucial that the instructor's teaching methods suit the child's personality. "Tutoring is like a relationship; compatibility is crucial. We first deeply understand the child's personality before pairing them with the most suitable teacher. Some teachers have a stricter style, while others are more gentle and encouraging. We strive to find the best match based on the teacher's strengths and the parent's needs."

Teaching by Level is More Effective

Some parents with more than one child hope that the tutor can serve both children simultaneously. However, Andy reminds parents that if the age difference between the two children is too great, he does not recommend using the same tutor. "In fact, every child has different personalities. If the age gap is large, it is even more inappropriate to use the same tutor. This is because kindergarten tutors are very different from those in primary and secondary schools, each with their own unique characteristics. For example, kindergarten teachers are more adept at helping children manage their attention span. Furthermore, the needs of primary and secondary schools are different, and the teaching methods in primary and secondary schools are also different. Therefore, I recommend that one-on-one teaching is more effective."

If Cannot Keep Up in Certain Subjects, Choose Specialized Tutors

If a student is weak in certain subjects, Andy advises, "It's best not to choose the same teacher for all subjects. Instead, choose a specialized teacher to help the student gain a deeper understanding of the subject. This will improve learning efficiency and truly improve the student's weak subject." He shared a case study: a Primary 1 student, who used a specialized teacher approach, achieved top marks in English in the grade within just one semester.

Who Needs Private Tutoring?

Type 1: Students seeking targeted enrichment and exam drilling

For high-achieving students aiming for elite school places or top public exam grades (such as DSE 5**), traditional large-class teaching often cannot meet their advanced needs. Private tutors can provide high-difficulty exam drilling, past-paper analysis, and exclusive answering techniques to help students break through bottlenecks and stand out in competitive exams.

Type 2: Students with weak foundations who need catch-up support and confidence rebuilding

Some students struggle to keep up with the school teaching pace, leaving weak subject foundations and frustration with learning. One-on-one home tutoring can flexibly adjust the teaching pace to the student's actual progress. Through patient explanation and dedicated revision notes, tutors help clarify core concepts, consolidate knowledge from the ground up, and gradually catch up with school progress.

Type 3: Students with special educational needs (SEN) or attention difficulties

As report data shows, demand for private tutoring for SEN students — including those with ADHD, ASD, or dyslexia — is rising sharply. These students often get distracted or struggle in traditional classrooms. Tutors with special-education experience can use suitable teaching methods that match their learning style, providing an inclusive and highly focused learning environment.